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Iptb-2019-01c-En-Dcr-Transformer-Selection-Update - 2023

This technical bulletin provides updated guidelines for selecting isolation transformers for Ionpure DCR power controllers, specifically models IP-DCR600V15A-R2 and IP-DCR600V15A-M. It outlines important design considerations such as primary and secondary voltage requirements, transformer ratings, and configurations to ensure optimal performance and reliability. The bulletin also includes a sizing table for various Ionpure CEDI modules to assist in transformer selection.

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Iptb-2019-01c-En-Dcr-Transformer-Selection-Update - 2023

This technical bulletin provides updated guidelines for selecting isolation transformers for Ionpure DCR power controllers, specifically models IP-DCR600V15A-R2 and IP-DCR600V15A-M. It outlines important design considerations such as primary and secondary voltage requirements, transformer ratings, and configurations to ensure optimal performance and reliability. The bulletin also includes a sizing table for various Ionpure CEDI modules to assist in transformer selection.

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TECHNICAL BULLETIN 2019-01c

Title Isolation Transformer Selection for DCR power controllers

Date May 2020

Scope This bulletin is an update of Service Bulletin IPSB-2017-02, and it incorporates the
new DC voltage recommendations of Technical Bulletin IPTB-2018-02. It applies
to Ionpure power controller models IP-DCR600V15A-R2 (W2T 827 122), and IP-
DCR600V15A-M (W2T 827 123). Revision C corrects the kVA requirement for
VNX30CDIT.

Purpose An isolation transformer is required upstream of the Digital Communication


Rectifier (DCR) to provide electrical isolation between the AC input and the DC
output, and to ensure that the CEDI module cathode is at zero volts. But the
selection of the transformer voltage can affect the DCR’s reliability, waveform and
power factor (efficiency), as well as the CEDI module performance. This bulletin
gives recommendations on transformer selection.

Design Considerations

Primary (input) AC voltage: can be single or three-phase, selected to match the power
available at the site. NOTE: the three phase primary should be Delta, not Wye.

Voltage Taps, Primary: Voltage taps in the primary are recommended by most
transformer manufacturers, to ensure that the transformer provides the desired output
voltage. A common tap arrangement is two 2.5% taps above and four 2.5% taps below
nominal voltage. Transformers are shipped with the taps connected for nominal voltage.
The installing electrician must change the taps if the actual supply voltage at the site
differs from the nominal voltage rating.

Secondary (output) AC voltage: Must be single-phase. The voltage can be from 220 to 660
VAC but must be at least 1.1 times higher than the maximum DC voltage required by the CEDI
module.

Voltage Taps, Secondary: voltage taps in the secondary are required to optimize
the efficiency (power factor) and reliability of the DCR as well as the salt removal
performance of the CEDI module. Suggested taps are given in column 4 of Table 1,
below, and represent 33%, 67% and 100% of the maximum transformer secondary
voltage. The maximum DC output voltage of the DCR will be about 90% of the selected
tap (DCR input) voltage.

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TECHNICAL BULLETIN 2019-01c

Number of Secondary Windings: The preferred configuration is a dedicated secondary


winding for each DCR power controller. While a single secondary winding can feed multiple
DCRs, this requires the installation of a diode on each DCR heatsink ground connection to
prevent cross-unit interference through the ground. Contact Ionpure for instructions.

Frequency: 50 or 60 Hz.

Duty Cycle: 100%

Isolation transformer rating (KVA): This is determined by multiplying the (maximum DC


voltage) by the (maximum DC current) and by the safety factor 1.5. See Table 1.

Temperature Rise and Insulation Class: Transformers with 130 or 150 °C temperature rise
with an insulation class of 220 °C are commonly available. Transformers with lower temperature
rise are more efficient and have longer service life, but are priced higher. Selection is left up to
the user. IEC standards specify the maximum temperature rise of transformers in relation to the
insulating material used.

Construction: Use open frame transformers with copper windings. Copper-wound transformers
are usually more efficient and smaller than aluminum-wound units.

Thermal Switch: It is recommended to have a thermal switch embedded in the secondary


winding to shut off the AC supply to the transformer if the temperature exceeds a set value,
below the insulation class maximum temperature.

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TECHNICAL BULLETIN 2019-01c

Table 1: Isolation Transformer Sizing for IONPURE CEDI Modules (single power controller)

Maximum Maximum Minimum


Module Type Input Voltage to DCR
Required DC Required DC Transformer
(CEDI) (VAC taps)
Volts Amps kVA Rating*
MX30 27 2.5 10 / 20 / 30 0.1
MX60 53 2.5 20 / 40 / 60 0.2
MX125 106 2.5 40/80/120 0.4
MX250 213 2.5 80 / 160 / 240 0.8
MX500 426 2.5 160 / 315 / 470 1.6
LX04 X&Z (-4) 27 6 10 / 20 / 30 0.3
LX10 X&Z (-4) 67 6 25 / 50 / 75 0.6
LX18 X& Z (-4) 120 6 45 / 90 / 135 1.1
LX24 X& Z (-4) 160 6 60 / 120 / 180 1.4
LX30 X& Z (-4) 200 6 75 / 145 / 220 1.8
LX45 X& Z (-4) 300 6 110 / 220 / 330 2.7
LX04HI (-3) 50 10 20 / 40 / 60 0.8
LX10HI (-3) 125 10 45 / 95 / 145 1.9
LX18HI (-3) 225 10 80 / 170 / 250 3.4
LX24HI (-3) 300 10 110 / 220 / 330 4.5
LX30HI (-3) 375 10 140 / 280 / 420 5.6
LX45HI (-3) 600 10 220 / 440 / 660 9.0
VNX 28EP (-2) 300 6.6 110 / 220 / 330 3.0
VNX 55E (-2) 300 13.2 110 / 220 / 330 6.0
VNX 55EP (-2) 300 13.2 110 / 220 / 330 6.0
VNX 55EX (-2) 300 13.2 110 / 220 / 330 6.0
VNX15CDIT (-2) 600 6.6 110 / 220 / 330 6.0
VNX30CDIT (-2) 600 13.2 110 / 220 / 330 12.0
VNX55HH (-2) 600 8 ** 220 / 440 / 660 7.2
VNX-Max (-1) 600 7 220 / 440 / 660 6.3
VNX-Mini (-1) 480 6 160 / 320 / 480 4.3

*Based on secondary voltage taps given in column 4. In most cases, custom designed transformers will
be required (e.g. secondary voltage taps and 660 VAC secondary are not standard). The primary
windings must be wound for the available AC mains voltage.
**For 1.0-2.0 ppm hardness (as CaCO3) in feed.
NOTE: Legacy Ionpure modules are not covered here. See IPSB-2017-02.

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